Government Schemes

All central and state government schemes for the transgender and LGBTQ+ community

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Central Government

SMILE Scheme

Support for Marginalized Individuals for Livelihood and Enterprise - comprehensive rehabilitation including shelter, food, medical care, education, skill development and livelihood support for transgender persons.

Eligibility: All registered transgender persons with TG ID card

Central Government

Garima Greh (Shelter Homes)

Government-run shelter homes providing safe accommodation, food, medical support, counseling, recreational facilities, skill development training and legal aid for transgender persons.

Eligibility: Transgender persons in need of shelter and support

Central Government

National Portal for Transgender Persons

Digital platform for applying for transgender identity certificate and ID card. Also provides access to all welfare schemes under the Transgender Persons Act, 2019.

Eligibility: All transgender persons aged 18 and above

Central Government

PM-DAKSH (Skill Development)

Pradhan Mantri Dakshta Aur Kushalta Sampann Hitgrahi - free skill development training in IT, electronics, beauty therapy, tailoring, hospitality and other trades with stipend and placement.

Eligibility: Transgender persons aged 18-45 years

Central Government

Ayushman Bharat - PMJAY

Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana provides health insurance coverage of up to ₹5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization for transgender persons.

Eligibility: Transgender persons from economically weaker sections

Central Government

Pre-Matric Scholarship

Financial assistance for transgender students studying in Class 9 and 10 covering tuition fees, maintenance allowance and books/stationery expenses.

Eligibility: Transgender students in Class 9-10 with family income below ₹2.5 lakh

Central Government

Post-Matric Scholarship

Scholarship for transgender students pursuing education from Class 11 to PhD level, covering tuition fees, maintenance allowance, study tour charges and thesis typing.

Eligibility: Transgender students in Class 11 to PhD with family income below ₹2.5 lakh

Central Government

Mudra Yojana (Micro Enterprise Loan)

Collateral-free micro loans up to ₹10 lakh under Shishu (up to ₹50K), Kishore (₹50K-₹5L) and Tarun (₹5L-₹10L) categories for starting small businesses.

Eligibility: Transgender individuals with viable business plans

Central Government

NALSA Free Legal Aid

Free legal assistance through the National Legal Services Authority for cases of discrimination, harassment, property disputes, family matters and rights violations.

Eligibility: All transgender persons facing legal issues

Central Government

Aadhaar & Voter ID (Third Gender)

Government provision for issuing Aadhaar cards and Voter IDs with Third Gender option, ensuring official identity recognition for transgender persons as per NALSA judgment.

Eligibility: All transgender persons

Central Government

Composite Medical Camp

Free comprehensive health check-ups, counseling services, hormone replacement therapy, gender-affirming surgical procedures and mental health support through government hospitals and camps.

Eligibility: All registered transgender persons

Central Government

Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)

Housing subsidy up to ₹2.67 lakh for economically weaker sections including transgender persons for constructing pucca houses with basic amenities.

Eligibility: Transgender persons without pucca house, income below ₹3 lakh

Maharashtra State

Maharashtra TG Welfare Board

State-level comprehensive welfare including pension of ₹1,000/month, free bus passes, ration cards, and coordination of all state schemes for transgender persons.

Eligibility: Registered transgender persons domiciled in Maharashtra

Maharashtra State

State Pension Scheme

Monthly pension of ₹1,000-₹1,500 for transgender persons above 40 years or those unable to work, directly transferred to bank accounts.

Eligibility: Transgender persons above 40 years domiciled in Maharashtra

Maharashtra State

Free Education (State)

Complete fee waiver for transgender students from Class 1 to Graduation in all state-run institutions, including hostel accommodation and study materials.

Eligibility: Transgender students enrolled in Maharashtra state institutions

Maharashtra State

Startup Maharashtra for TG

Special startup grants up to ₹3 lakh and mentorship program for transgender entrepreneurs through the Maharashtra State Innovation Society.

Eligibility: Transgender persons aged 21-45 with business ideas in Maharashtra

Maharashtra State

SRS Surgery Support

Financial assistance up to ₹2 lakh for Sex Reassignment Surgery (SRS) at empaneled government hospitals with post-surgery rehabilitation support.

Eligibility: Transgender persons aged 18+ with medical recommendation

Maharashtra State

Anti-Discrimination Cell

Dedicated cell for registering and resolving complaints of discrimination against transgender persons in employment, education, healthcare and public services.

Eligibility: All transgender persons in Maharashtra facing discrimination